Helicopter Ride over Skaftafell or Lakagigar

Embark on a helicopter journey over the landscapes of Skaftafell or Lakagigar, immersing yourself in the natural wonders of Iceland's national parks, featuring volcanoes, glaciers, and craters.

Options for Helicopter Rides

During booking, you can select your preferred helicopter ride option. Below are the details of each route:

Helicopter Ride over Skaftafell (30 minutes)

Meet at Öræfi 785 at the scheduled time for a 30-minute helicopter ride over Skaftafell. The pilot will provide insights into the route before takeoff.

Experience views of Skaftafell National Park, focusing on Öræfajökull, one of Iceland's most prominent craters, and Mount Hvannadalshnjúkur, the highest peak in Iceland at 2110 meters (6,922 feet).

After the flight, return to the meeting point.

Helicopter Ride over Lakagigar (75 minutes)

Choose a 75-minute helicopter ride over part of Vatnajökull National Park, specifically the Laki or Lakagigar crater chain. Experience a unique view of Iceland's largest volcanic crater chain.

Fly westward over the ice cap of Skeiðarárjökull, and approach Lakagigar to see the volcanic craters formed by one of history's largest eruptions.

On the return, fly over the Súlutindar peaks and southeast along the rim of Skeiðarárjökull, providing panoramic views.

After 75 minutes, return to the Skaftafell terminal, concluding the helicopter ride over Lakagigar.